Safety Messages

Measles Update

Public Health Mission Statement

To protect, promote and improve the health of individuals and families in our community.

Public Health Department Overview

Rice County Public Health functions through the authority of the Rice County Community Health Board and has the responsibility to assure that the health of Rice County citizens is protected, maintained, and enhanced (Minnesota Statute 145A). The Local Public Health Act in 2003 legislated areas of responsibility for local health departments. The six areas of public health responsibility are as follows:

Assure an adequate local public health infrastructure

Promote healthy communities and healthy behavior

Prevent the spread of infectious disease

Protect against environmental health hazards

Prepare for and respond to disasters and assist communities in recovery

Affirmative Action Notice

Rice County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age and handicapped status in employment or the provision of services and facilities and will provide auxiliary aids and services to ensure effective communication.